If you're running into trouble updating your references , our employment team can help sort it out. Email HREmployment@uis.edu, describe what's happening, and they'll walk you through it.

A few things can cause this. The most common are that the position isn't active, the time reporting method is incorrect, the time approver is missing or incorrect, or the new hire paperwork isn't complete. Reviewing those usually resolves it, and if it doesn't, Student Employment can help you dig in at studentemployment@uis.edu.

The ceremony will last approximately 90 minutes to two hours.

Academic regalia is required, including a black cap and gown.  It is suggested that you wear lightweight clothing and dark shoes under your cap and gown. Items such as purses should not be brought.

Access a livestream of each ceremony at uis.edu/uislive.  The livestream will be accessible on personal devices.

Program marshals have the responsibility of representing their fellow graduates.  Because of this responsibility, it is essential that these individuals can be identified and therefore, they wear gold stoles during commencement.

Some departments, associations and groups recognize their students with colored cords or non-gold stoles. Those seeking approval to distribute cords or non-gold stoles to their students must do so by submitting a formal request to the Registrar in the Office of Records and Registration. The request is considered, the Registrar communicates a decision to the appropriate parties, and updates the master list of approved cords, stoles, and miscellaneous items worn at commencement.

Program marshals receive gold stoles from the Office of Records and Registration on commencement day.  Non-gold cords and stoles are provided by the department, association, or group that requested the recognition.

The First Destination Survey (FDS) is a national survey that is meant to gain knowledge about what activities students are engaging in after graduation from college. The information gained from the survey helps to determine institutional effectiveness and provides data for reporting needs, to enhance UIS academic offerings, and support career exploration for current and future students. Prior to commencement day, you will receive emails with additional information and be asked to complete the Outcomes Survey. By completing the survey, you will qualify to win a variety of prizes including iPads and gift cards. For further information, you may visit the UIS Career Development website.

If you have an iCard, please bring it to Commencement to expedite check in. If you do not have an iCard, you can check in using your UIN and NetID.

Great question! For anything about the references required with your application, our employment team can give you the specifics. Just email HREmployment@uis.edu and they'll let you know what's needed.

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These questions are handled by the University Payroll and Benefits Department (UPB), which is separate from HR. They're the right team for anything involving deductions, insurance benefits, or taxes. You can reach them by phone at 217-206-7144 or by email at benefits@uillinois.edu. Please note they work a remote schedule and aren't available for walk-ins. You can also learn more on the University Payroll and Benefits (UPB) page.

For Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), you'll complete the employee portion of the form and then send it to us so we can certify the employer section. You can download the form here: PSLF form. Once you've filled out your part, email it to uishr@uis.edu and we'll take care of our section. One detail that's helpful to have on hand: the university's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 37-6000511.

Contact the MBA program office at (217) 206-7920.

Please read our UIS Student Guide to Financial Aid.

Work study is a part-time employment program for U.S. Citizens and permanent residents who are at least half-time students in a degree program and demonstrate financial need by filling out the FAFSA each year. If you have been awarded work study and would like to view work-study as well as part-time job listings, go to our CareerConnect website.

PAR is the most time- and cost-efficient way to level up your journalism experience while also earning a master’s degree that will enhance your job prospects throughout your career. We offer these financial benefits for all PAR students:

• Tuition waivers during the spring and summer semesters
• Scholarships (priority consideration for students who submit an application by the April 1 ahead of the fall semester they wish to enter the program)
• A paid internship funded by the university, internship hosts and a generous grant from the Joyce Foundation.

Students receiving federal veterans’ education benefits, such as Post 9/11 GI Bill, may still be eligible for the Promise if all other criteria is met. Students who are utilizing State of Illinois veteran or military benefits may not have the need for the Promise. State of Illinois programs include Illinois Veterans Grant, Illinois National Guard Grant, and Deceased, Disabled, and MIA/POW Scholarship for dependents. These programs already cover full tuition and many mandatory fees.

The full cost of tuition and required fees up to 15 credit hours per semester. 

This cost is estimated as the average of tuition & fees for a student taking 15 credit hours, as indicated on the student's financial aid offer notification letter. The student's actual cost may be slightly more or less than this estimate.

Faculty leave questions go to your Division Liaison (DL), who can explain your options and next steps. You can look up the DL for your college or department on the HR Division Liaisons page. If you're not sure who yours is, email uishr@uis.edu with your department and we'll help.

Requests for an alternative or flexible work schedule start with your Division Liaison (DL), who can explain the process and what to submit. You can find yours on the HR Division Liaisons page, or email uishr@uis.edu with your department if you're not sure who that is.

Happy to help! For questions about your application status, send an email to HREmployment@uis.edu and include your name and the exact title of the job you applied for. That way the team can look it up quickly and get back to you with an update.

No problem, password resets for the job application system are handled by our employment team. Just email HREmployment@uis.edu and let them know you need help getting back into your account, and they'll assist you.

If you have excess financial aid that exceeds institutional charges on your UIS student account, University Bursar will issue a refund. The earliest a refund may be issued each semester is approximately a week prior to the start of classes.

All student positions are posted on Handshake, which you can reach through UIS CareerConnect. Every open student job is listed online, so that's the one place to look, there's no separate list. Take a look and apply to any that fit!

Paige Lavin in our office handles tuition waivers for employees, their children, and retirees, so she's your best resource. You can complete the form online at the Tuition Waiver Form, or reach out to Paige with any questions at pstuc2@uis.edu or 217-206-7078. If you call and she's away from her desk, leaving a voicemail is a great way to get a call back.